Unit of competency Outline

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Prepare reports for justice agencies

Prepare reports for justice agencies

Unit of competency
National Code
CSCORG004
State Code
AUZ55
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
25/01/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
17/12/2015
Field of Education
091103 - Legal Studies
Original Release Date
17/12/2015
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the skills required to maintain current information and prepare reports for use in the judicial system.This unit applies to those working in the justice environment where preparation of offender management reports is required for communication with courts, other judicial system bodies and offender services.The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to, particularly those related to offender management reports.Those undertaking this unit generally work independently, drawing upon support from familiar resources. They would undertake complex tasks in a range of familiar contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Maintain current information
  • 1.1 Assess offenders’ circumstances and obligations.
  • 1.2 Check and confirm information related to the conditions of court decisions and sentencing or release.
  • 1.3 Review offender information and amend according to new information.
  • 1.4 Interview key people to provide the specific information needed to comply with court conditions and sentencing or release.
  • 1.5 Review services, agencies and programs that relate to the conditions of courts and sentencing or release and determine suitability and priorities.
2 Prepare reports
  • 2.1 Identify range of reports required by the judicial system in the management of offenders.
  • 2.2 Find information relevant to the purpose of the report and needs of the audience and check it for accuracy.
  • 2.3 Prepare reports in appropriate or agreed formats that meet the needs of the audience.
  • 2.4 Provide conclusions, summaries and recommendations which are consistent with the purpose of the reports and the use they will have.
  • 2.5 Provide realistic options and recommendations.
  • 2.6 Document the basis for advice and recommendations.
  • 2.7 Send reports to selected or relevant people and ask them for feedback.
  • 2.8 Handle all information according to the requirements of the organisation.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S5985 CSCORG302A Prepare reports for justice agencies Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEJ07 CSCORG051 Prepare offender reports for justice agencies Unit of competency